SENDCo (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator)

Employer: St Mary's Hare Park School

Reference: SCH/26/334939

Address: South Drive, Gidea Park, Romford, RM2 6HH

Closing on 15/05/2026 at 12:00

Enhanced DBS Check

Permanent | Part Time

Part‑time hours (1 day per week, potential to increase to 2 days).

Salary: Competitive salary, based on experience

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: September 2026

St Mary's Hare Park School is a vibrant and nurturing independent primary school seeking a passionate, committed and enthusiastic SENDCo to lead and coordinate our SEND provision. This is a fantastic opportunity for either an experienced SENDCo or a qualified teacher with a strong interest in Special Educational Needs who is keen to transition into a SEND leadership role.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the strategic development of SEND provision to raise the achievement of pupils with additional needs.
• Responsible for overseeing the SEND strategy.
• Coordinate and implement EHCPs, Annual Reviews, Provision Maps and SEND interventions.
• Work closely with teachers, teaching assistants, parents, external agencies and the Senior Leadership Team to ensure all pupils’ needs are effectively met.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of SEND support across the school and report regularly to the Headteacher and Trustees.
• Provide guidance and training to staff on best practices for inclusive teaching.

We are looking for someone who

• Holds QTS (or equivalent) and a NASENCO qualification.
• Has recent experience in supporting pupils with SEND within the primary age range.
• Is an excellent communicator, organised and enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of children with additional needs.
• Can work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals.

At St Mary's Hare Park School, we pride ourselves on our inclusive, family‑friendly ethos and our commitment to the wellbeing and development of every child. You will join a supportive and forward‑thinking team where your input is highly valued.

Equal Opportunities

Havering Schools aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment regardless of gender, marital status, race, colour, nationality (including citizenship), ethnic or national origins, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, responsibility for dependants, religious or political affiliation and trade union activities. All matters related to employment are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Safeguarding

Havering Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The protection of our pupils from abuse is the responsibility of all staff within our schools, superseding any other considerations. Therefore Havering Schools comply with the Department for Education ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance. It is an offence to apply for a post which involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so. Please be advised that, again in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, shortlisted candidates (who wish to accept an invite to interview) will be required to submit, prior to their interview, a self‑declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Upon submission of this information, online checks may be carried out. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; the successful applicant will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure check. Having a criminal record will not necessarily debar you from obtaining a position with the School.

Application – We welcome early applications. The school reserves the right to interview prior to the deadline date and to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. This job description is not an exhaustive list and you will be expected to carry out any other reasonable tasks as directed by your line manager. Early applications are both welcomed and advised. The school reserves the right to interview prior to the deadline date and close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.